Supervisor Production
Rio Tinto
FIFO opportunities across the Pilbara from Perth or regional hubs
Permanent employment with a wide range of benefits
Career progression opportunities with clear development pathways
About the role
Finding better ways™ to provide the materials the world needs.
We are seeking engaging Production Supervisors to provide strong frontline leadership to our mining teams, enabling safe, efficient and high‑quality delivery of production outcomes across our operations.
This is a great opportunity for a people‑focused, safety‑driven leader to influence positive behaviours, drive operational performance and support the development of high‑performing teams in a dynamic mining environment.
Leading on the frontline is one of the most important roles in our business and comes with a high level of responsibility. You will motivate, inspire and keep your people safe and well, supported by our signature leadership development programmes and rosters designed to support the lifestyle that works for you and your family.
Opportunities are available for FIFO candidates based in Perth or regional hubs including Busselton, Albany and Geraldton, working across a combination of day and night shift rosters.
Reporting to the Production Superintendent and working within a collaborative mine operations team, you will:
Role‑model safe and inclusive behaviours while providing leadership, development and support to operational teams
Implement production plans to maximise productivity while minimising cost and environmental impact
Work closely with Load & Haul, Mine Planning and Maintenance teams to deliver mine plans and balance competing priorities
Conduct regular pit inspections and drive a strong safety culture across the team
Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders to align on operational priorities
Oversee work unit training, safety compliance, scheduling and productivity
Execute day‑to‑day and fortnightly plans, allocating resources in line with operational requirements
About you
A strong commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
An inclusive mindset with respect for others
A passion for developing, coaching and supporting team members
Experience in a mining production environment
Completion of the Statutory Supervisor Legal Exam
A current Western Australian C Class manual driver’s licence
If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
What we offer
A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
Competitive base salary reflective of skills and experience, with an annual incentive program
Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
Attractive share ownership plan and company‑provided insurance cover
Extensive salary sacrifice and salary packaging options
Career development and education assistance to support leadership or technical growth
Ongoing access to family‑friendly health and wellbeing support
Leave for all of life’s reasons, including annual, parental, sick and cultural leave
Exclusive employee discounts across banking, accommodation, retail and more
Potential domestic relocation assistance
Where you’ll be working
In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we operate a world‑class, integrated network of iron ore assets including multiple mines, port terminals and a rail network spanning thousands of kilometres. We are one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of iron ore, supporting global demand while creating long‑term value for our people and communities.
Applications close on 8th of April 2026 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date.)
About Rio TintoRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and InclusionAt Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.
